1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 32 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo 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 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |