1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1971 Citroen Ami is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen Ami (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen Ami weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Citroen Ami (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1850 mm |
