1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1060 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 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Ami | Cougar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |