1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 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), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 780 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 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 1982 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
