1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 42 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
