1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1975 Renault 4 is newer by 6 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 4 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Renault 4 (58 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1975 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
