1957 Austin A 35 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 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 994 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Citroen Ami (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2745 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
