1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 is newer by 7 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 690 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 1968 Volvo 145 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 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | 145 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
