1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 22 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 370 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel 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 | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Ak 350 | Excel |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |