1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 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 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen Ak 350 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | 3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |