1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 26 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 325 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause 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 | 1994 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Ak 350 | Applause |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |