1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 925 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.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ak 350 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |
