1987 Citroen AX vs. 1966 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 103 kg more than 1966 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 (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1966 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 19 L |
