1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ami is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 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 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
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1963 Citroen Ami | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ami | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |