1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1969 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 832 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera weights approximately 5 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.
Because 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 25 L |
