1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 870 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1994 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
