1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 38 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 2131 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Citroen Ami 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Citroen Ford
Model Ami Crown Victoria
Year Released 1970 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 602 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 33 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 725 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 72 L


 

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