1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1972 Citroen Ami is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Renault Floride (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Renault Floride weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Floride 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1962 Renault Floride (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ami | Floride |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |