1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 13 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 105 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, 1981 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen LN 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 | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | LN |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
