1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1975 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1975 Triumph Stag is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Stag weights approximately 606 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Triumph Stag 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 1975 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1975 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen Ak 350 | 1975 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Ak 350 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 63 L |
