1976 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1976 Citroen Ami and 1976 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1976 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Volvo 240 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 1976 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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:
| 1976 Citroen Ami | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | 240 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
