1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1971 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1971 Citroen Ami is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1971 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
