2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1969 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 25 L |
