1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 602 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 25 L |
