1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 11 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 175 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
