1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 450 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ami | Guara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
