1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1974 Rover 3.5 is newer by 12 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), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 1018 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 1974 Rover 3.5 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 1974 Rover 3.5. 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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Ami | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
