1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Colt is newer by 25 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), 1989 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 390 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, 1989 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Colt 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 | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Ak 350 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| 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 | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
