1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Hilux (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 769 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 Toyota Hilux 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 2005 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2005 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ak 350 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 56 L |