1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1965 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | Ami |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
