1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 874 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 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 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
