1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang

To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 785 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 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang
Make Citroen Ford
Model Ak 350 Mustang
Year Released 1966 1994
Engine Size 600 cc 3797 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2580 mm


 

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