1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 497 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Ak 350 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
