1967 Citroen Ami vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, both 1967 Citroen Ami and 1967 Ford Corsair were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ami. (26 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Corsair weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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:
1967 Citroen Ami | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ami | Corsair |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 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 | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |