1979 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 7 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 385 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
