1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 440 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 Volvo 440 (175 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | 440 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
