1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 11 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 244 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 1980 Lada 2105 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 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 1980 Lada 2105 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Ami | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
