1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
