1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 515 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 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ak 350 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |