1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1965 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (26 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ami weights approximately 37 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1965 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Ami |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
