1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 966 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
