1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 32 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 994 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 245 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, 2001 Vauxhall Agila (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ami | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
