1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 1020 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 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Ami | Berlina |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |