1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 540 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.
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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
