1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 705 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema 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 | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ak 350 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
