2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Citroen Ak 350

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 473 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 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1966 Citroen Ak 350
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Express Ak 350
Year Released 2007 1966
Engine Size 4802 cc 600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 605 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 19 L


 

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