1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo is newer by 29 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 315 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, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo 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 | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ak 350 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |