1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 9 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. 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, 1970 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ami | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |
