1967 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Nissan President
To start off, 1971 Nissan President is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan President weights approximately 985 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan President 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 1971 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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:
| 1967 Citroen Ami | 1971 Nissan President | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | President |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
