1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 873 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 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |