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Citroen Ami 8

General information

ModelCitroen Ami 8
Year1969
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size994 ccm (60.65 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving10.9 litres/100 km (21.58 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement994 ccm (60.65 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power49.00 PS (36 kW or 48 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque70.00 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) at 2745 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 70.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0636 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3640 litres (962 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight770 kg (1,697.6 pounds)
Overall length3880 mm (152.8 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
CO2 emissions260.0 g/km
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