1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 16 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 180 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
