1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1145 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Ami | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |