2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1126 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 2000 Cadillac Catera 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 2000 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Catera | Ami |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 42 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |