1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1968 Lotus Europa 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Citroen Ami weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa 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 Lotus Europa. 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 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ami | Europa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
