1967 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 832 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | Ami |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 25 L |
