1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 32 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), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Ami | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
