1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ak 350 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
