1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1952 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ami is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 142 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 1952 Morgan Plus 4 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 1952 Morgan Plus 4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1952 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Ami | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
