1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger 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 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen Ami (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 71 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 Steyr Haflinger (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Ami | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1510 mm |
