1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba 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 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Talbot Samba (65 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1985 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Ami | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
