1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 165 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 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Ami | Firenza |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |