1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 830 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 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ami | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |