1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 355 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, 1998 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sentra 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 | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ak 350 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |