1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 514 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 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ak 350 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 67 L |
