1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1692 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1970 Citroen Ami | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |