1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 25 L |
