1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Ami | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
