1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 935 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.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Ami |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
