1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 50 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2022 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ami | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
