1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 41 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 580 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 2004 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ami | Guara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
