1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 883 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 1972 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Ami | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
