1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 20 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 500 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Ami | Colt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
