1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 780 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ami | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 86 L |
