1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1969 Innocenti J4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 245 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, 1969 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Innocenti J4 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 | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Ak 350 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
