1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1972 Subaru R-2 is newer by 4 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru R-2 (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru R-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Because 1972 Subaru R-2 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 1972 Subaru R-2. 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, 1968 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 1972 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Ak 350 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1930 mm |
