1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 275 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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Ami | 21 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
