1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 29 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), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1030 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
