1976 Citroen Ami vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1976 Citroen Ami is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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.
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1976 Citroen Ami | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Ami | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |