1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1965 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 670 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 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1965 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1965 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
