1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Ami |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |