1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 45 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1064 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
