1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 392 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
