1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 48 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 930 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
