1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 858 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.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
