1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 325 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 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 GT 1. 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 GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ami | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
