1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1143 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | CC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 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 | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
