1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 30 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1380 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.
Because 1993 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Virage | Ami |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
