1996 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 34 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 (140 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
