1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 241 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Ami | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |