1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 7 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 320 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 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 44 L |
