1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1972 Citroen Ami and 1972 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 420 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.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Ami | 1301 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |