1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1110 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 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Ami | XJS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |