1973 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1973 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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:
| 1973 Citroen Ami | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Ami | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
