2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 42 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 19 L |
