2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 831 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 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Ami |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
