1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
