1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1962 Citroen Ami is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Citroen Ami weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Because 1961 Alpine A 108 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 1961 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1961 Alpine A 108 (57 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1961 Alpine A 108 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 108 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 25 L |
