1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1980 Talbot 1510 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 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Ami | 1510 |
| 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 | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
