1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 17 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 595 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ami | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
