1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1962 Citroen Ami is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Ami |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 42 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 25 L |