1965 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan 200 SX 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 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ami | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
