1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 745 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 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 505 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
