1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 4 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
