2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1025 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 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | Ami |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
