1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 49 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1135 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ami | 159 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
