1990 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 27 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 610 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Ami |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 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 | 1230 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |
