1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1060 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 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 1979 GMC Jimmy 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. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
