1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 26 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 815 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 1995 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |