1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 5 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 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 799 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 1974 Volvo 244 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 1974 Volvo 244. 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 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 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Ak 350 | 244 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |