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Citroen AMI 8 Break 0.6 (33 Hp)
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Citroen AMI:
The Citroën Ami is an economy car which was manufactured and marketed by Citroën from 1961 to 1978 over two generations, called the Ami 6 and the Ami 8. A family car, the Ami is front-wheel drive and was made in multiple body styles, including saloon car and estate car variants. The later Ami 8 fastback saloon featured a steeply raked rear window, in contrast to the earlier reverse-raked rear window of the Ami 6 notchback. Over 1,840,396 units were manufactured over the entire production run. The Ami and Citroën Dyane were replaced by the Citroën Visa and Citroën Axel....(Read more on Wikipedia)
8 Break Overview:
Citroen AMI (8 Break). With 42 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 725 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 119 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.6 (33 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 33 Hp 0.6-liter boxer engine provides very modest performance, suitable primarily for city driving and leisurely rural journeys. Highway speeds are achievable but require patience.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.1 l/100 km, this engine offers reasonable economy for its era, making it an affordable choice for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent cargo capacity for its size (330-1500 l)
- • Simple, robust, and easy-to-maintain mechanics
- • Economical fuel consumption for its era
- • Comfortable, soft suspension ideal for rough roads
- • Distinctive and charming classic design
Cons:
- • Very limited engine power and acceleration
- • Lacks modern safety features entirely
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Noisy at higher speeds due to air-cooled engine
- • Steering and braking require more effort than modern cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(6 Break: 1968 - 1968).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | AMI |
| Generation: | 8 Break |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.6 (33 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1969 |
| End of production: | 1973 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 33 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 54.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 42 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M28 [Same engine] More details about the engine M28 |
| Engine displacement: | 602 |
| Number of cylinders: | 2 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.25 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 70 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 119 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 22 kg/Hp, 45.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 17.3 kg/Nm, 57.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 725 |
| Max. weight: | 1100 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1500 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 32 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3990 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width: | 1520 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1520 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1260 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1260 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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