1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 22 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 470 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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Corrado |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |