1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 845 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 1976 Fiat 130 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 1976 Fiat 130. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ami | 130 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |