1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 612 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Ami | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |