1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1965 Moretti 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 850 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 850 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Moretti 850 (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Moretti |
Model | Ami | 850 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 30 L |