1946 Austin 16 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 16 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |