1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 755 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.
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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna 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 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
