1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1627 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 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
