1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen Ak 350 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | 6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 68 L |