1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 48 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 775 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ak 350 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
