1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 255 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 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. 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, 1979 Ford Escort (60 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
