1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 3 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ami | Visa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
