1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
