1979 Buick Century vs. 1975 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 705 kg more than 1975 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1975 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Century | Ami |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
