1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 48 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 822 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 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | Xterra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |