1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa

To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 255 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 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa 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 Seat Arosa
Make Citroen Seat
Model Ak 350 Arosa
Year Released 1969 2004
Engine Size 602 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 34 L


 

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