1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 725 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Ami | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3000 mm |