1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 12 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
