1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 850 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 850 (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Ak 350 | 850 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |