1960 Austin 7 vs. 1968 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1968 Citroen Ami is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ami. (29 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen Ami weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1968 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 25 L |
