1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 565 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.
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, 1996 Renault Laguna (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
