1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Morgan 4 weights approximately 100 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 1981 Morgan 4 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 1981 Morgan 4. 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Ami | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |