1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1970 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morgan 4 weights approximately 40 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 1970 Morgan 4 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 1970 Morgan 4. 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, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Ami | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 136 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |