1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 745 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 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Ami | Firebird |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |