1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 47 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Ami | Defender |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 93 L |
