1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1965 Moretti S Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Moretti S Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti S Coupe (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti S Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti S Coupe weights approximately 82 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 1965 Moretti S Coupe 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 1965 Moretti S Coupe. 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, 1965 Moretti S Coupe (55 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1965 Moretti S Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1965 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Ami | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
