1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1993 Renault Twingo is newer by 29 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 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Twingo weights approximately 210 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, 1993 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Twingo 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 | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
