1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 944 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ak 350 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 129 L |
