1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1976 Citroen Ami is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1976 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1441 kg more than 1976 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1976 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Ami |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
