1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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 1,300 cc, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 806 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 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 2010 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |