1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 31 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 386 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 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 | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | 121 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |