1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 818 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ami | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
