1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 38 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 445 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 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 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Ak 350 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
