1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 14 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 145 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 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1983 Toyota Starlet (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ak 350 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
