1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 45 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 642 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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |