1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 (22 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 1959 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 500 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 22 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 19 L |