1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 880 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Serena |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
