1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 899 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable 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 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Ak 350 | Sable |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 41 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 68 L |