1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 27 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 390 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, 1992 Renault 19 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ak 350 | 19 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 64.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |