1974 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 AMC Matador 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 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | AMC | Citroen |
Model | Matador | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 25 L |