1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 575 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 Buick Skylark (183 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | Ami |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 25 L |
