1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 33 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus 340 R weights approximately 70 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 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Ak 350 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |
