1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ami | 6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 33 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |