2005 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 1078 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
