1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Alto is newer by 18 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen Ami weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1989 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Ami | Alto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2180 mm |
