Citroen AMI AMI 8 Break

Citroen - AMI 8 Break

Details-
BrandCitroen
ModelAMI
GenerationAMI 8 Break
Modification0.6 (33 Hp)
Start Of Production1969
End Of Production1973

Performance

The AMI is a compact car with a top speed of 119 km/h (73.94 mph) and a drag coefficient of 0.43, indicating a relatively aerodynamic design.

Specs-
Rating
Max Speed119 km/h 73.94 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.43

Body & Dimensions

The AMI is a station wagon with a seating capacity of 4, featuring a length of 3990 mm, width of 1520 mm, and height of 1520 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm and a turning circle of 11.4 m.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeStation wagon (estate)
Seats4
Doors5
Length3990 mm 157.09 in.
Width1520 mm 59.84 in.
Height1520 mm 59.84 in.
Wheelbase2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track1260 mm 49.61 in.
Rear Track1260 mm 49.61 in.
Min Turning Circle11.4 m 37.4 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car model is AMI and it runs on Petrol (Gasoline). The combined fuel consumption is 7.1 l/100 km (33.13 US mpg, 39.79 UK mpg, 14.08 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined7.1 l/100 km 33.13 US mpg 39.79 UK mpg 14.08 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The AMI features a 602cc boxer engine producing 33hp and 42 Nm of torque. It offers a manual transmission and front-wheel drive.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power33 Hp
Power Per Litre54.8 Hp/l
Torque42 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 30.98 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM28
Engine Displacement602 cm3 36.74 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders2
Engine ConfigurationBoxer
Cylinder Bore74 mm 2.91 in.
Piston Stroke70 mm 2.76 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity2.25 l 2.38 US qt | 1.98 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification15W-40 / PSA B71 2295
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features a conventional steering rack and pinion mechanism.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion

Weight & Capacity

The AMI has a weight-to-power ratio of 22 kg/Hp and 45.5 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. The car has a kerb weight of 725 kg and a maximum weight of 1100 kg. The trunk boot space is 330 l in its minimum configuration and 1500 l in its maximum configuration. The fuel tank capacity is 32 l.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio22 kg/Hp, 45.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio17.3 kg/Nm, 57.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight725 kg 1598.35 lbs.
Max Weight1100 kg 2425.08 lbs.
Max Load375 kg 826.73 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum330 l 11.65 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1500 l 52.97 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity32 l 8.45 US gal | 7.04 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Citroen - AMI 8 Break

The AMI has a seating capacity of 4.

The length of the AMI is 3990 mm or 157.09 in.

The turning circle of the AMI is 11.4 m or 37.4 ft.

The top speed of the AMI is 119 km/h (73.94 mph).

The drag coefficient of the AMI is 0.43.

The AMI is not designed to be a high-performance car, but it has a respectable top speed for a compact car.

The car runs on Petrol (Gasoline).

The combined fuel consumption is 7.1 l/100 km (33.13 US mpg, 39.79 UK mpg, 14.08 km/l).

The model of the car is AMI.

The AMI has a carburetor fuel injection system.

The AMI has a boxer engine configuration.

The AMI has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The AMI has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.

The AMI uses a steering rack and pinion mechanism.

The use of drum brakes at the rear may result in reduced braking effectiveness in wet or snowy conditions.

1961-1978

Urban transportation

Simplicity, reliability, and fuel efficiency

The weight-to-power ratio of the AMI is 22 kg/Hp and 45.5 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight of the AMI is 1100 kg or 2425.08 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the AMI is 32 l or 8.45 US gal | 7.04 UK gal.