1961 Austin 7 vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 33 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |
