1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 34 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1459 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |