1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 1123 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 Peugeot 807 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 807 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
