1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 515 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
