1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 5 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 229 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, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Ami | 124 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |