1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1965 NSU 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1200 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 NSU 1200 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 1965 NSU 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1965 NSU 1200 (83 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1965 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | Ami | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
