1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
