1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 426 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
