1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 44 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 995 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ak 350 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
