1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami.

Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Citroen Ami 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model Ami Lancer
Year Released 1961 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 602 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 43 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 55 L