1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 771 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
