1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1997 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1997 Dodge Avenger is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 765 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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger 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 | 1997 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ak 350 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
