1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1025 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ami | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 129 L |
