1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 789 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
