1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 41 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 675 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
