1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 535 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 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ami | Levante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
