2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 25 L |
