1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
