2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 32 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1290 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 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Astro | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |