1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 420 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, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |