2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1184 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | Ami |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 42 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |