1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ami | DS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
