1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1970 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1970 Zastava 2101 is newer by 2 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 355 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 1970 Zastava 2101 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 1970 Zastava 2101. 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, 1970 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Zastava 2101 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 | 1970 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | Ak 350 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |