1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1979 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Ami | Silverado |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 136 L |