1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 19 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 575 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 1985 Ford RS 200 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 1985 Ford RS 200. 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 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 | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 116 L |
