1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 445 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Ak 350 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 41 L |
