1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 400 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, 1983 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
