1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 44 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1421 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 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 102 L |
