1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 35 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 890 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ak 350 | Condor |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |