1987 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 18 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 750 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 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Ami |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
