1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen Ak 350 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |