1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 750 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 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
