1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1976 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 6 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 275 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1976 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Ami | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |