1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Ami | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |