1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 34 L |
