1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 975 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
