1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Renault 8 (77 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1968 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ak 350 | 8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |