1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 1961 Fiat 1100 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1961 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ami | 1100 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |