1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 822 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Ami | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
