1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 39 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1739 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 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
