1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 600 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 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Ak 350 | 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |