1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 835 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 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 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ak 350 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
