1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 12 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 470 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 1973 Fiat 132 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 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | 132 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
