1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 31 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 600 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 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Ami | Commander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
