1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
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, 1997 Volvo S70 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 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 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ak 350 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
