2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1917 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 25 L |
