1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1975 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Sunny (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Sunny (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
