1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, both 1965 Citroen Ak 350 and 1965 Volkswagen 1500 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volkswagen 1500 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volkswagen 1500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen 1500 weights approximately 325 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 1965 Volkswagen 1500 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 1965 Volkswagen 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |