1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Ami | P4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |