1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
