1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | AMC | Citroen |
| Model | Ambassador | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
