1966 Citroen Ami vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1969 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ami. (26 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 375 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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:
| 1966 Citroen Ami | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
