1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1114 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 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
