1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 271 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 1999 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ami | Spider |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |