1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 535 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 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 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ak 350 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 47 L |
