1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 36 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1155 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus 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 | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ak 350 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
