1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 985 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 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (205 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2261 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
