1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 729 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Ami |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2745 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |