1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 990 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 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2930 mm |
