1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (66 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 360 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 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (114 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
