1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ak 350 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
