1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 530 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, 1986 Renault 21 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 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 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
