1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 10 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 325 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.
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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | Ami | 1510 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |