1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1985 Saab 90 is newer by 16 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 90 weights approximately 505 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, 1985 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 90 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 | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Ak 350 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
