2005 Acura RL vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 37 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 1155 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.
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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 25 L |
