1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | Patrol |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |