1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 670 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 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
