1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 35 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 960 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (330 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ami | 166 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
