1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 26 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 405 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | 440 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
