1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2006 Skoda Superb is newer by 37 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 908 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, 2006 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Superb 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 | 2006 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Ak 350 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
