2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C4 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
