1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
