1991 Citroen AX vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 30 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen AX weights approximately 48 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Ami |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
