1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
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, 1992 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
