1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 47 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 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 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Ak 350 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 34 L |
