1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1986 Venturi Coupe is newer by 17 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 485 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 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 1986 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | Ami | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
