2005 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
