1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Coupe weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Coupe (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Coupe 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 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Ak 350 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
