1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 26 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 275 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 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | Ami | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |