1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla 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.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
