1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 320 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio 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 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ak 350 | Palio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |