1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (380 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Ami | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 380 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1895 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 |