1992 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 23 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 570 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Ami |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2745 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
