1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 46 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 415 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon 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 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ak 350 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
