2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 793 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Ami |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
