1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 47 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 940 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Armada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 106 L |
