1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 2400 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 1962 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2400 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2745 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
