1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 480 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 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
