1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 5 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 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 290 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 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 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ak 350 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
