1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 40 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 738 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ami | Rio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
