1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 984 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 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, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ak 350 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
