1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 586 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
