1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 17 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 810 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 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | Ami | Century |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
