1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 25 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |
