1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 376 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 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
