1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 510 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 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
