1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 430 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ami | 21 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |