1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 29 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 595 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, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 1997 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Ak 350 | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |