1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1075 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ami | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |