1985 Audi 200 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1962 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 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 | 1480 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 25 L |
