1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 165 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Ami | Visa |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |