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Citroen Ami 8

General information

ModelCitroen Ami 8
Year1970
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size602 ccm (36.73 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving10.9 litres/100 km (21.58 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement602 ccm (36.73 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power33.7 PS (25 kW or 33 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque42.00 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke74.0 x 70.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0469 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight725 kg (1,598.4 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2390 mm (94.1 inches)
Fuel capacity27.0 litres (7.13 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
CO2 emissions260.0 g/km
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