1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 984 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Familia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
