1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 35 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 365 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 580 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
