1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1957 DKW F 93
To start off, 1968 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1957 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 DKW F 93 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 | 1957 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Ak 350 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
