1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, both 1962 Citroen Ami and 1962 Triumph Vitesse were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 286 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Ami | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 29 L |