1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 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, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
