1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Prefect 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 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1957 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
