1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 3 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 835 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.
Because 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ak 350 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |
