1975 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, both 1975 Citroen Ami and 1975 Peugeot 604 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1975 Citroen Ami | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 604 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
