1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 361 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |