1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 550 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 1992 Nissan Laurel 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 1992 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1992 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | Laurel |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 142 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |