2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 44 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 25 L |
