1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 280 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 1959 Lancia Appia 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 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (77 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Appia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
