1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 920 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 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 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 | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Ak 350 | A3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |