1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 41 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 (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
