1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 32 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 630 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 306 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
