1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 570 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 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
