1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 13 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 376 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 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 1974 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Ami | 1200 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 46 L |