1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
