1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, both 1969 Austin Mini Clubman 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Mini Clubman | Ami |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2745 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |