1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1138 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 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 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Ak 350 | C8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |