2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 36 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 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |