1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 840 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 1980 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
