1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1050 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (246 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ami | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
