1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 755 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 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Ami | 505 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |