1980 Audi 200 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 17 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 646 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.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 25 L |
