1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 39 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart Roadster weights approximately 265 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 2000 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Ami | Roadster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |