1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 2022 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Touareg |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |