1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 550 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 406 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
