1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1972 Citroen Ami and 1972 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 426 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ami | Luce |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 624 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |