1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 241 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 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
