1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1962 Citroen Ami is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Citroen Ami weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1957 Abarth 750 (58 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1957 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 750 | Ami |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 42 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 25 L |