1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 679 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.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 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 | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ak 350 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
