1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 455 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 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | 21 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
