1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 530 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 1975 Ferrari 208 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 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ami | 208 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |