1986 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 860 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | Ami |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
