1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 525 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 1989 Renault 21 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, 1989 Renault 21 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ami | 21 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |