1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 570 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
