2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 460 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | Ami |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 25 L |
