1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 506 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
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1970 Citroen Ami | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |