1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 45 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 769 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato 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 | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ak 350 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
