1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 21 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. Both 1965 Citroen Ak 350 and 1986 Citroen Mehari are equipped with a 602 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
