1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Ami | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
