1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 375 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 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Ami | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
