1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1146 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 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ak 350 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
