1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 44 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 967 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
