1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 910 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | Ami | Diablo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |