1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
