1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Mazda 626 is newer by 38 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 637 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 626 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 | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | 626 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |