1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 28 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 1103 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Allante | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Allante | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |