1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1967 Fiat 600 is newer by 5 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 (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 600 (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 210 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 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. 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, 1967 Fiat 600 (45 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1967 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ami | 600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |