1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 27 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 965 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.
Because 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider 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 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ami | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 110 L |
