1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 525 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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
