1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
