1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Citroen GS
To start off, both 1970 Citroen Ami and 1970 Citroen GS were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1970 Citroen GS (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1970 Citroen GS | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Ami | GS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |