1987 Buick Estate vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 26 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 1265 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 1987 Buick Estate 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 1987 Buick Estate. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | Ami |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |