1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 44 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1501 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 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex 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 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Flex |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |