1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 45 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 600 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 2006 Ford E-350 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 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ami | E-350 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 132 L |