1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1972 Citroen Ami is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen Ami (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Ami weights approximately 195 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mitsubishi 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 1967 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1972 Citroen Ami (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ami | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2070 mm |
