1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 27 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 655 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen Ami weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Honda Today.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Today |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
