1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 39 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 717 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
