1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotus Elise weights approximately 130 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 2001 Lotus Elise 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 2001 Lotus Elise. 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (168 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ami | Elise |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 31 L |
