1987 Citroen AX vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 23 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 101 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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
