1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 515 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
