1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 850 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Golf |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |