1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ami | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
