1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 390 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 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ami | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 27 L |
