1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1298 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ami | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
