1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 10 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1325 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ami | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3080 mm |
