1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 37 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 610 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ami | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1230 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 |
