1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 340 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, 1993 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1993 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
