1968 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ami. (29 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1968 Citroen Ami | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Ami | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
