1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1968 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 MG YB 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 1951 MG YB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1951 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Ak 350 | YB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
