1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1013 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Ami | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
