1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1034 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 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Ami | S80 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 42 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |