1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1965 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 650 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 1965 Fiat Grand Break 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 1965 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
