1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 155 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 725 kg |
