1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1965 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1965 Citroen Ami is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley Foursome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ami weights approximately 152 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1965 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Foursome | Ami |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 25 L |
