1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 35 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 248 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, 2004 Honda Insight (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Insight 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 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ak 350 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
