1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 730 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ami | 156 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
