1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 245 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 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
