1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 14 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 139 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 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 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 | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Ak 350 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1940 mm |
