1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1050 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 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | Ami |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 42 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |