1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 940 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 1989 Ford Fairlane 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 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2930 mm |
