1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 190 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, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | 9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
