1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1961 Citroen Ami and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ami | 190 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |