1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 51 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 730 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
