1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, both 1970 Citroen Ami and 1970 Rover P5B were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 960 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 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Ami | P5B |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
