1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1966 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 5 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 625 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 1966 Jaguar E-Type 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 1966 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ami | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
