1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 702 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | iOn |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
