1973 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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.
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1973 Citroen Ami | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |