1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 340 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 1972 Ford GT 40 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 1972 Ford GT 40. 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 125 L |
