1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 42 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1491 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 78 L |
