1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 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 2,086 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 860 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, 1996 Peugeot 806 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 806 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
