1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 5 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 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 275 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.
Because 1977 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ami | 818 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |