1990 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 28 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 470 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 25 L |
