1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 16 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 100 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, 1985 Peugeot 309 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 309 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
