1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 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 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 450 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 206 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
