1965 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, both 1965 Citroen Ami and 1965 Porsche 912 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 weights approximately 350 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 Porsche 912 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 Porsche 912. 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 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Ami | 912 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 61 L |
