1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 48 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 350 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |