1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1613 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 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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.
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1972 Citroen Ami | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2881 mm |