1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca

To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 34 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 215 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 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Ak 350 Fusca
Year Released 1964 1998
Engine Size 602 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2410 mm


 

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