1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 9 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
