1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 19 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 150 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Ami | Samara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
