1965 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, both 1965 Citroen Ami and 1965 Jaguar Type S were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (26 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ami | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ami | Type S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
