1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 920 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Ami | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |