1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 16 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 625 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 1987 Volvo 760 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 1987 Volvo 760. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | 760 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |
