1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ami | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
