1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 41 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda AZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda AZ weights approximately 155 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 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ 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 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | AZ |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |