1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 8 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 642 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 30 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 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Steyr Haflinger (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Ami | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1510 mm |
