1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1305 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Ami | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 345 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 85 L |