1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1969 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Kadett weights approximately 150 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 1969 Opel Kadett 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 1969 Opel Kadett. 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, 1969 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Kadett 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 | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ak 350 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |