1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 8 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen Ami (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Ami | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1940 mm |
