1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, both 1969 Citroen Ak 350 and 1969 Saab Sonett were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Saab Sonett weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1969 Saab Sonett (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Saab Sonett 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 | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Ak 350 | Sonett |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |