1966 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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.
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1966 Citroen Ami | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Ami | XJ |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 624 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3157 mm |