1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1249 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.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Caprice | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |