1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 740 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Ami | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
