1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 46 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 505 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
