1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 900 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 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ami | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
