1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1970 Triumph Stag 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 430 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 Triumph Stag 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 Triumph Stag. 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 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Ami | Stag |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
