1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1963 Innocenti 950

To start off, both 1963 Citroen Ami and 1963 Innocenti 950 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti 950 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 110 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 1963 Innocenti 950 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 1963 Innocenti 950. 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, 1963 Innocenti 950 (73 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1963 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Citroen Ami 1963 Innocenti 950
Make Citroen Innocenti
Model Ami 950
Year Released 1963 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 600 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 73 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 620 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2130 mm


 

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