1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 12 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 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 35 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, 1969 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 (54 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1957 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
