1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 41 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 675 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
