1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 34 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 424 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Brava |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
