1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
