1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 46 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 83 L |
