1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
