1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, both 1971 Citroen Ami and 1971 Opel Commodore were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ami | Commodore |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |