1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 3 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 375 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 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Ak 350 | Stratos |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |