1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 17 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 395 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 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Ami | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
