1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 721 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.
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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
