1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 425 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |