1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 115 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ak 350 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
