1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 26 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 442 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Ami | 405 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |