1969 AMC AMX vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, both 1969 AMC AMX and 1969 Citroen Ami were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 632 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC AMX 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 1969 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
Make | AMC | Citroen |
Model | AMX | Ami |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2745 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |