1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven is newer by 8 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen Ami weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 1971 Lotus Seven 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 1971 Lotus Seven. 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, 1971 Lotus Seven (92 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1971 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ami | Seven |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 34 L |
