1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 815 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | Ami | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
