1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1990 Proton Saloon is newer by 21 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Proton Saloon 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, 1990 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1990 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Ami | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 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 | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
