1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 527 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
