1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 840 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 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ak 350 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |