1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 849 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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima 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 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ak 350 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
