1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 5 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 5 weights approximately 130 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, 1972 Renault 5 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 5 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 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
