1985 AC Cobra vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 555 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 AC Cobra 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 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Cobra | Ami |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 42 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |