2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 42 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 965 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ami |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
