1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 42 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1008 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ak 350 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1870 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
