1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1972 Citroen Ami is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Ami weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1958 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 600 | Ami |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |