1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 38 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1495 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ak 350 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |