1969 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, both 1969 Autobianchi A 112 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 994 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. 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 Citroen Ami (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi A 112 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
Model | A 112 | Ami |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2745 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |