1980 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 620 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |
