1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 28 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 410 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | Ami | Summit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
