1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 25 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 327 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ami | Corrado |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |