1983 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 270 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Ami |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |
