1966 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1966 Citroen Ami and 1966 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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:
| 1966 Citroen Ami | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Ami | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 624 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
