1965 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (26 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 1310 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 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. 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 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ami | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
