1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep CJ5 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, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Ami | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2060 mm |
