1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, both 1970 Citroen Ami and 1970 ZAZ 966 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen Ami (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Because 1970 ZAZ 966 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | Ami | 966 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
