1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 43 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 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra 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 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |
