1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 20 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 604 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ami | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
