2007 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 35 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 785 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.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |
