1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | 929 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |