1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 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 (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 185 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant 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 | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ak 350 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
