1979 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |