1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 780 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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ami | Alero |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |