1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 41 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 1,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 845 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, 2006 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Atos 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 | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ak 350 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |
