1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 12 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1080 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 1981 Dodge Mirada 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 1981 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ami | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
