1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 22 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 980 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.
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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Allante | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
