1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 48 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 603 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 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD 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 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Ak 350 | xD |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
