1966 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, both 1966 Citroen Ami and 1966 Saab 96 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (63 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen Ami | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Ami | 96 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 624 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
