1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Justy is newer by 35 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Justy weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Ami | Justy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
