1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 26 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 630 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Beretta | Ami |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 25 L |
