1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 550 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Ami | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |