1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 450 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 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
