1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 864 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ami | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |