1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1262 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
