1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 529 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
