1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 810 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 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Ami | 6000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |