1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1987 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen Ak 350 | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Ak 350 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |