1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 920 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.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
