1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 40 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 469 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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Ami | Altea |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |