1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1968 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Riley Elf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Riley Elf (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Riley Elf weights approximately 45 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, 1963 Riley Elf (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Riley Elf 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 | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | Ak 350 | Elf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 25 L |
