1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 635 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 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | Ami | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
