1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
