1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 560 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
