1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1991 Opel Calibra is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Calibra weights approximately 585 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 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Calibra 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 | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
