2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Beaulieu | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 19 L |
