1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 10 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 1966 Renault 10 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 1966 Renault 10. 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, 1966 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1966 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | 10 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
