1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 35 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 595 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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ami | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 143 Nm |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
