1986 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 21 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 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 675 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.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |
