1969 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, both 1969 Bizzarrini Manta 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 1969 Bizzarrini Manta 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 Bizzarrini Manta. 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 Bizzarrini Manta (510 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini Manta | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Citroen |
| Model | Manta | Ami |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
