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Citroen AMI 6 Break 0.6 (35 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)
6 Break Overview:
Citroen AMI (6 Break). With 41 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 120 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 (35 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine variant, offering slightly improved acceleration and cruising ability, making it marginally more versatile for varied driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer similar, albeit slightly higher, fuel consumption compared to the lower-powered variants due to its increased output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and charming French design
- • Comfortable ride quality thanks to independent suspension
- • Practical station wagon body with good cargo space for its size
- • Economical to run and maintain (for its era)
- • Air-cooled boxer engine offers unique character
Cons:
- • Very limited engine power, especially for modern traffic
- • Basic safety features by contemporary standards
- • Drum brakes all around offer limited stopping power
- • Can feel slow and underpowered on inclines or highways
- • Interior is spartan and lacks modern amenities
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(6 Break: 1967 - 1968).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | AMI |
| Generation: | 6 Break |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.6 (35 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1968 |
| End of production: | 1968 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 35 Hp @ 4750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 58.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 41 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M28 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: | 2.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 70 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.75:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 120 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 25 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3960 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1520 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1490 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1260 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1220 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 | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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