1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 572 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
