1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 489 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Ami | Neon |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
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 | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 79 L |