1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 937 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Ami |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |
