1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 7 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 375 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 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
