1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 43 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 408 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
