1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 48 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), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
