1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |