1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 10 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 660 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX 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 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ak 350 | CX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
