1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 22 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1994 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Ami weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Ami | Today |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |