1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 1032 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 Infiniti IPL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Infiniti IPL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Ami | IPL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
