1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 675 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 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Ami | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |