1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ami | Elise |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 36 L |
