1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1971 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 634 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 AMC Pacer 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 1978 AMC Pacer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1971 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | AMC | Citroen |
| Model | Pacer | Ami |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 27 L |
