1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 950 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Ami | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2615 mm |
