1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, both 1970 Citroen Ami and 1970 Opel Record were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 405 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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ami | Record |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |