1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 25 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | Sunny |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |