1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Porsche 356 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Ak 350 | 356 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 79 L |