1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 741 kg more than 1972 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 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 | 725 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
