1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1040 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 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
