1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1972 Citroen Ami is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1500 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 1963 Simca 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1963 Simca 1500 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Ami | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
