1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 323 weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1991 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 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 | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
