1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Ak 350 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 76 L |
