1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1436 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 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Ami | Sorento |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |