1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 42 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 130 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Ak 350 | Charade |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 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 | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 36 L |