1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 8 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 483 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 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Capri |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
