1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 95 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.
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, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
