1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 200 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 1964 Opel Rekord 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 1964 Opel Rekord. 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ami | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
