1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1971 Rover P6 is newer by 9 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 675 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 1971 Rover P6 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 1971 Rover P6. 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Ami | P6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
