1978 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 9 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 810 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 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | Ami |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 42 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |