1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 36 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 988 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ami | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
