1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 972 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 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Ami | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 624 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
