1973 Bitter CD vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bitter CD 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 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | CD | Ami |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |
