1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 39 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Prius weights approximately 645 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, 2003 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Prius 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 | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
