1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 30 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 625 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe 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 | 1995 Ford Probe | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Probe |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |