1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 295 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
