1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 41 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 (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1026 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | C70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
