1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 525 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 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 605 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
