1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 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), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1095 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Ami | Thesis |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |