1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Ami | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
