1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1999 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Mazda 323 is newer by 30 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 542 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.
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, 1999 Mazda 323 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 323 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 | 1999 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Ak 350 | 323 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1324 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |