1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Ami | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |