1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 578 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
