1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 590 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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Ami | 900 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |