1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 1008 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 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ak 350 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |