1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 43 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 635 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 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 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
