2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | Ami |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 25 L |
