1993 Acura NSX vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 750 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | NSX | Ami |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
