1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 36 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
