1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 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 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 730 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 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ami | Mondial |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |