1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 640 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ami | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
