1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 163 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, 1988 Ford Fiesta (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |
