1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 5 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 60 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 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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, 1974 Hyundai Pony (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1974 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ami | Pony |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
