1960 Austin 7 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 9 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 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 15 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
