1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1983 Lancia Trevi is newer by 14 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 375 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, 1983 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
