1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 347 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ami | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
