1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 741 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
