1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 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 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |