1996 Audi A3 vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 35 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 526 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, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 25 L |
