1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1216 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 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
