1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 800 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 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Ami | Sportage |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |