1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 33 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover City (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover City weights approximately 315 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, 2003 Rover City (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Ami | City |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
