1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 36 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 570 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
