1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 110 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 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000. 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 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Ami | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| 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 | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 36 L |
