1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 575 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, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ak 350 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
