2001 Acura RL vs. 1969 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 32 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 1070 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 25 L |
